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Brand Spankin’ New Jet Firebird G6131T-1965 FSR!

I picked up my vintage 69 Jet Firebird in the 90's at Mojo Guitars in the Village - and it became "my" guitar - stage and studio. But in recent years it became a project - the binding etc - and I retired it - but missed it.

I got a new Country Gent - used it own our album last year - but I found it sits a little large on my frame for shows - I started using a MusicMan Albert Lee w Humbuckers instead. But I missed a Gretsch onstage.

So - I was really thrilled to find this FSR of 16 pieces recreating the 60's era double cutaway Jet Firebird. It' s not an exact replica of any one model - but picks some great features of various years - such as Bigsby not Burns (yes!) and choosing TV Jones Supertrons.

It is incredibly similar to that great 69 model w Supertrons - feels and plays and sounds GREAT! It has everything I loved about the vintage - w the modern sturdiness and great cosmetics and tone.

I normally try to buy from local shops - but this FSR was only available at Cream City Music in Wisconsin - they helped design the FSR model. They were really helpful and I recommend them to all. I will post some pics of their promo shots and the actual instrument.

Thank you everyone for the well wishes on the Firebird. I have long enjoyed reading all of your friendly musical banter from the sidelines - the GDP has the best online community around, hands-down.

I'm looking forward to hearing the guitar more w the group - and expect to record with it, too. If you are interested you can check out our page:
www.theflurries.net
We are a "Crickets" lineup of bass, kit and myself on singing/guitar.
We recorded the album EVERYTHING LIVE - NO! OVERDUBS! in Woodstock.
So, if you catch a couple tunes on the page - that's my live vocal & Country Gentleman.
I sure am looking forward to playing with those Supertrons when we record again this summer.

Again - thank you for the great community and conversations that have given me much enjoyment - and some helpful info - over the last few years. Cheers.